Can I reduce the honey?

Cutting back a little might be ok but I wouldn't reduce it too much. The honey isn't just there for sweetness. It also helps keep the popsicles soft and less icy by reducing ice crystals. Cut back too much and they'll freeze a lot harder.

Can I use frozen strawberries?

You can but make sure to thaw them first so they blend up easily. That said, if fresh, in-season strawberries are available, they'll give you the sweetest, most intense strawberry flavor.

How long do they take to freeze?

Plan on at least 4 to 6 hours but I usually just freeze them overnight. The exact timing will depend on your freezer and the size of your popsicle molds.

How to store homemade popsicles?

These homemade popsicles keep well in the freezer for 1 to 2 months, although they're definitely at their best in the first few weeks. You can leave them in the popsicle mold or unmold them and wrap each one tightly in plastic wrap before storing in a freezer bag or freezer safe container. Just work quickly so they don't start melting while you're wrapping them!

The Best Homemade Strawberry Popsicles

Description

If you’re a strawberry lover, these homemade strawberry popsicles are about to become your new summer favorite! They’re packed with fresh strawberries, bursting with sweet flavor and have one little added ingredient that gives them an extra strawberry boost. SO refreshing on a hot day and definitely a freezer essential if you ask me!

Ingredients

Scale

2 pints fresh strawberries, washed and hulled (about 4 cups)
⅓ cup honey
¼ cup water
2 tablespoons strawberry jam
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste

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Instructions

Blend popsicle mixture: Place all the ingredients into a blender and blend on high until smooth.
Pour into popsicle molds: Pour mixture into your popsicle molds, leaving a little space at the top for them to expand.
Freeze and enjoy: Freeze for 4-6 hours or until completely firm. I usually just pop them in the freezer overnight so they’re ready to enjoy the next day.

Notes

Strawberry Jam: This is the special extra ingredient that gives these popsicles an extra boost of concentrated strawberry flavor. I used this strawberry jam but your favorite brand will work too.
My Favorite Popsicle Mold: I LOVE this stainless steel popsicle mold. I’ve been using it for years and years, definitely a worthwhile purchase! It makes those beautiful classic-style popsicles you see in all my popsicle recipes and they easily slide right out after a few seconds under warm water (no fighting with the mold!). I also love that each popsicle has its own individual mold instead of being connected in one big tray.
Don’t waste the extra! If you have some popsicle mixture left over, don’t pour it down the drain, it tastes way too good! I love mixing it with sparkling water for a delicious strawberry soda or making a strawberry matcha. Also delicious drizzled over some Greek yogurt!
Looking for more things to make with fresh strawberries? Be sure to check out my other strawberry recipes too!